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central vision loss
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central vision loss
by young at heart, Jan 13, 2007 12:00AM
I have recently developed central vision loss in both eyes.Its as if theres black fuzzy spots in the center vision.
I do have MS however this has occured in the heat but this isn't heat related.I've read where steroid IV therapy has helped and I have read where just letting it run its course.
I need input on how to handle this.
I do have MS however this has occured in the heat but this isn't heat related.I've read where steroid IV therapy has helped and I have read where just letting it run its course.
I need input on how to handle this.
Doctor's Answer
by Forum-OD-MP, Jan 13, 2007 12:00AM
you need to go to the eye doctor. hopefully you have already and you're posting b/c you need opinions on the options your doc has given you.
it depends on WHY you have central vision loss as to whether or not steroids help. if you have it b/c of macular edema or serous maculopathy, yes steroids are sometimes used...but its debatable whether it helps or not. i have read opinions and seen studies both ways.
if its raised intracranial pressure or visual field defect...no steroids wont help eny
it depends on WHY you have central vision loss as to whether or not steroids help. if you have it b/c of macular edema or serous maculopathy, yes steroids are sometimes used...but its debatable whether it helps or not. i have read opinions and seen studies both ways.
if its raised intracranial pressure or visual field defect...no steroids wont help eny
